Will there be defections?



With the dems in power in both houses, will there be republican defections to the dem party?

In 1994, Ben Knighthorse Campbell, Dick Shelby, Jimmy Hayes, Greg Laughlin, Billy Tauzin, and Nathan Deal all switched when the repubs had their little "Revolution." They loved power over principle, and intended to retain seats and chairmanships and control. Very sad. But an effective ploy by the repubs to build a longer-lasting base in the house.

So will that happen in 2006/7?

Olympia Snowe and Susan Collins of Maine are considered moderate Senators in a liberal New England State. Would they want to remain in the majority and fit in better with their constituents? What about the idea of being fiscally responsible during a time in which most admit that repubs represent irresponsible government?
Gordon Smith in Oregon? He is very moderate, and seems socially progressive. What about him moving over to fit in better with where the Northwest seems to be going?
Arlen Specter? He seems to be chafing under the Bush agenda - he seemed anti-some of the judges, and he seems more progressive and in-tune with PA then Senator Man-on-Dog.

I had no idea Richard Shelby was once a democrat. Interesting.

Thoughts?

Posted: Wed - November 8, 2006 at 02:31 PM          
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